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Washington House Bill HB1230

Washington 2023-2024 Regular Session

Washington House Bill HB1230

Introduced
1/11/23  
Refer
1/11/23  
Report Pass
2/2/23  
Refer
2/3/23  
Engrossed
2/28/23  
Refer
3/2/23  
Report Pass
3/22/23  
Enrolled
4/18/23  
Chaptered
4/25/23  

Caption

Requiring school districts and other public education entities to make information from the department of health available.

Impact

If enacted, HB1230 would influence state laws concerning the accessibility of health information in educational settings. It would obligate schools to disseminate health-related information, thereby increasing the responsibility of educational institutions to serve not only as places of learning but also as conduits for vital health information. This could lead to a standardization across various school districts concerning how health information is shared and could potentially improve student health outcomes by fostering better awareness and proactive measures among families.

Summary

House Bill 1230 mandates that school districts and other public education entities provide access to information from the department of health. The intent of the bill is to enhance transparency and ensure that students and families have access to important health-related information that may affect their well-being and education. Proponents of the bill argue that by making health data readily available, it empowers parents and guardians to make informed decisions regarding their children’s health and education.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment toward HB1230 is generally positive among its supporters, who view it as a crucial step towards improving public health awareness in educational environments. However, there are concerns regarding the feasibility of implementation and the potential additional burden on school resources. Opponents express worry about the practicality of ensuring compliance with the new requirements, fearing that it may lead to confusion and an overload of information for both educators and parents.

Contention

Key points of contention revolve around concerns for the implementation process and the practicality of the bill's requirements. Critics question whether all school districts have the necessary infrastructure to effectively disseminate the required health information, and they voice concerns about how this might distract from educational priorities. Furthermore, discussions highlight apprehensions about the potential for inaccurate information being communicated to families, which could have ramifications for student health and education.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WA LB516

Provide and change powers and duties for the State Department of Education, Commissioner of Education, State Board of Education, and the state school security director, provide grants to school districts for security-related infrastructure projects, and provide grants to educational service units and local public health departments to hire school psychologists and licensed mental health practitioners as prescribed

WA LB298

Adopt the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact and require school districts and the State Department of Education to collect and report information regarding dyslexia and other learning disabilities and to establish dress code and grooming policies

WA SB5648

Including state-tribal education compact schools and charter schools as entities able to receive waivers from the state board of education.

WA LB527

Provide reimbursements to school districts and educational service units for mental health expenditures

WA LB141

Require the State Department of Education to provide guidance to school districts relating to a moment of silence in schools

WA HB2038

Collecting data on student transfers and withdrawals from public schools and school districts.

WA SB5607

Requiring free speech information for students at institutions of higher education.

WA SB5654

Addressing restraint or isolation of students in public schools and educational programs.

WA HB1795

Addressing restraint or isolation of students in public schools and educational programs.

WA HB1479

Concerning restraint or isolation of students in public schools and educational programs.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.